Whirlybirds flock to Paravion

Helicopter specialists take off

FORT COLLINS — Success for Paravion Technology Inc. has come because of the company’s simple, effective and low-cost solutions. Paravion engineers and manufactures accessories for helicopters and other aircraft, while its sister company, Century Helicopters Inc., repairs and services them.

While touring Paravion’s offices, hangar and shop, it’s not hard to see why it could create simple and effective products. Every room has a sign clearly identifying it. The cement shop floor is painted light blue and swept clean.

Across the room is a large, gracious display the company is preparing for a trade show, complete with silk trees.…